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H 5032·MA·house

An Act relative to preparing apprentices in the commonwealth

Passed One ChamberFiled Jan 28, 2026
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Senate: Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Jan 29, 2026

Summary

The bill requires any public‑works project with an estimated cost above $10 million to be awarded only to contractors and subcontractors that maintain or participate in state‑approved apprenticeship programs. It sets minimum apprentice labor percentages and allows a written exemption only when no qualified bidder can be found. The measure aims to expand skilled‑trade training on large public projects.

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